Jimmy Page was born January 9, 1944.
He began his career as a studio session guitarist in London and went on to be a member of The Yardbirds from 1966 to 1968, after which he founded the band Led Zeppelin.
Page is unquestionably one of the all-time most influential, important, and versatile guitarists and songwriters in rock history.
Rolling Stone magazine ranked him #3 in its list of the 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time.
He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice, once as a member of The Yardbirds (1992) and once as a member of Led Zeppelin (1995).
Page was quoted to say: “Many people think of me as just a riff guitarist, but I think of myself in broader terms… As a producer I would like to be remembered as someone who was able to sustain a band of unquestionable individual talent, and push it to the forefront during its working career. I think I really captured the best of our output, growth, change and maturity on tape — the multifaceted gem that is Led Zeppelin.” – 1993 Guitar World Magazine Interview.
By the way… Jimmy Page is reputed to own over 1,500 guitars!
Happy Birthday Jimmy!
A very Happy Birthday to the Phenomenally Brilliant James Patrick Page !! True Guitar God of Gods! As well as a Ground breaking producer and musician on ALL levels! One of the CORE reasons why Led Zeppelin are widely considered the “Greatest” rock band of ALL time! Since greatness is properly evaluated by “accomplishments” Not “opinion” (like Rolling Stone and others give, who still “Dont get it!” and never wil!) They truly are! Over all! I look forward to Jimmy’s new music and, the possibility of another Led Zep reunion! (Heard Robert might be “coming around”) Here’s to you Jim! as you British say, “cheers mate!”
Happy Late Birthday Jimmy Page. Hoping it was a nice one for you.
From a female fan in Clemson, South Carolina. USA
Wow, just watching a DVD of Led Zeppelin. You are the best guitarist. And you still look brilliant too. Love Jane